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First off, this is absolute bullshit. I've been told this several times, but every time, I have pointed them to the directive (you can send them an email with a link to the PDF) and have been able to avoid all that.Having already contacted the Austrian embassy here in Lima, we have been told that my wife needs to provide personal financial accreditation/employment record, travel insurance valid for the Schengen territory and duration of travel visa, as well as proof of accommodation in Malta. I believe this to be incorrect as according to the "Handbook for the processing of visa applications and the modification of issued visas " (see link below, page 88) “Additional documents may not be required regarding the purpose of travel and means of subsistence (e.g. proof of accommodation, proof of cost of travelling)” What, therefore, is your opinion on this?
Thanks liksah and I like your choice of words! It certainly is bullshit! I have informed them of the directive on a number of occasions and they seem to be learning, albeit slowly. They were of the opinion that my wife had to pay for the visa at first.liksah wrote:First off, this is absolute bullshit. I've been told this several times, but every time, I have pointed them to the directive (you can send them an email with a link to the PDF) and have been able to avoid all that.Having already contacted the Austrian embassy here in Lima, we have been told that my wife needs to provide personal financial accreditation/employment record, travel insurance valid for the Schengen territory and duration of travel visa, as well as proof of accommodation in Malta. I believe this to be incorrect as according to the "Handbook for the processing of visa applications and the modification of issued visas " (see link below, page 88) “Additional documents may not be required regarding the purpose of travel and means of subsistence (e.g. proof of accommodation, proof of cost of travelling)” What, therefore, is your opinion on this?
Now, here's the basic procedure:
1. Enter Malta on a short stay Schengen visa (it's a regular tourist visa - embassies call it an Entry visa though when it is used for spouses).
2. Apply for a Maltese residence card for your wife (this normally has a procedure like: Register your home address with the police, get a tax number, apply for residence card..). The procedure differs from country to country so best to check with the authorities in Malta.
So, regarding getting a tourist/entry visa. You are only required to supply the documents that the directive lists. Really, at the MOST an embassy can request a ticket to prove that you are traveling together and travel insurance. You should purchase travel insurance anyway. The period of insurance ? The period should be of at least 3 months.
You don't really have to tell the embassy anything about why you're going to Malta. One way tickets should be fine even.
But, sometimes embassies are asses. I've had a German friend in Dubai have a lot of trouble with the German embassy there (for a visa for his Lebanese wife). They just completely ignore the directive and he doesn't feel like fighting with them every single time. I've had better luck with Portuguese embassies.
If your marriage certificate is in Spanish it shouldn't need translation as far as I know because Spanish is an official EU language. For the apostille, that would be done by the PERUVIAN authorities. There must be a procedure that you can follow in Lima to get this done - only if the embassy requests it though.
Also, it's fine to enter any other Schengen country first and then go to Malta.
You'll need to work around a bit of stubborn bureaucracy (don't we all..) but understand that your wife has rights as the wife of an EU citizen. She has a right to reside and work in any EU state with you and the only circumstance that can impede that right is if she were a threat to public security. (and the burden of proof even for this is on the embassy/consulate involved).
As such, you need to follow the directive exactly and let the embassy know that you (and she) know your rights. You will be happy to provide the documents that are within the scope of the directive.
I hope you don't miss Peruvian food too much. It really is good, YUMMY
Thanks bluecole. Yep, I have been told on many occasion I worry too much!bluecole2 wrote:Dear foggyhorse,
You worry too much, however I can understand.
Yourself and your wife will be fine as long as you do your research properly and support your wife's application with a detailed cover letter.
VIsa-
Feel free to apply for multiple entry visa.
Single ticket-
- you may get a single ticket for your trip, hopefully the case worker will be knowledgeable enough to deal with your wife's visa in accordance with the directive. You may also provide a cover letter detailing on what ground you're applying and why you do not have a provide some documents.
- or get a single ticket and a separate fully refundable ticket and then cancel it when you get to Malta
- or the Airliners shouldn't be a problem, they are not immigration officials, as long as you provide a valid visa for your trip it is not their business whether or not you do not have a return ticket. Based on experience in UK they seemed well trained on EEA matters, however approach in Peru may be very different. So what you may do in the event you're denied boarding is- 'make sure you get a written confirmation on why, you and your wife have been denied boarding and what document you provided them. Speak to a manager and get his/her details, then pursue compensation.
Wedding certificate-
- I believe you are not required to translate it because official language in Peru is Spanish.
- do not forget to have your marriage certificate with you when you travel.
Malta- when you get to Malta, apply for a residence card for yourself and your wife either as a worker, student or self sufficient person. Remember that if you're applying other than a worker, your will require a health insurance.
Best wishes
Indeed, though if an embassy gives you BS regarding any aspect of the rules, complain and inform @ the EC Home Affairs. They will take it up though they are a bit slow to do so...liksah wrote:First off, this is absolute bullshit. I've been told this several times, but every time, I have pointed them to the directive (you can send them an email with a link to the PDF) and have been able to avoid all that.Having already contacted the Austrian embassy here in Lima, we have been told that my wife needs to provide personal financial accreditation/employment record, travel insurance valid for the Schengen territory and duration of travel visa, as well as proof of accommodation in Malta. I believe this to be incorrect as according to the "Handbook for the processing of visa applications and the modification of issued visas " (see link below, page 88) “Additional documents may not be required regarding the purpose of travel and means of subsistence (e.g. proof of accommodation, proof of cost of travelling)” What, therefore, is your opinion on this?